DrawBot vs Draw Things
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
DrawBot
8.0Write Python scripts to generate two-dimensional graphics
Draw Things
7.0Run Stable Diffusion locally
| Metric | DrawBot | Draw Things |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 6 | 408 |
| 90-day Installs | 10 | 1.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 63 | 2.3K |
| Version | 3.132 | 1.20260430.0-09f170fc |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 442 | 380 |
| GitHub Forks | 65 | 39 |
| Open Issues | 116 | 39 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 1, 2016 | Sep 10, 2023 |
Reviews
DrawBot
DrawBot is a unique macOS app that enables users to create custom 2D graphics by writing Python scripts. It offers a powerful tool for artists, designers, and educators to generate complex visual patterns and integrate with Python's extensive libraries. Ideal for those who want precise control over their designs through code.
DrawBot allows users to write Python scripts to generate two-dimensional graphics.
Pros
- + Enables precise control over graphics through Python scripting
- + Highly customizable for complex visual patterns
- + Active development with regular updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues in the GitHub repository
Draw Things
Draw Things enables local Stable Diffusion image generation, offering offline AI capabilities. It supports cross-platform use, benefiting artists and designers seeking offline image creation.
Runs Stable Diffusion locally to generate images on macOS and iPad.
Pros
- + Local AI image generation
- + Cross-platform support
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Some technical challenges reported